US Bridges

IH 10 WB over SH 27

Good

Kerr County, Texas · 0.75 MI E of SH 27 · Structure no. 151330014212134

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
185 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,394
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB over SH 27 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB over SH 27 in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,394 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,570 by 2033. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB
CrossesSH 27
Location0.75 MI E of SH 27
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.20723, -99.38546
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,394 (2019)
Projected traffic7,570 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 WB over SH 27 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 WB over SH 27 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2022.

How much traffic does IH 10 WB over SH 27 carry?

About 6,394 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB over SH 27?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 WB over SH 27?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.